Native Propagation Workshop

Last Saturday Tony Scalzo from Kings Park guided us through the process of growing natives from seeds and cuttings. He demonstrated with a variety of plants, so that we now have a myriad of containers that we are eagerly tending in the hope of developing healthy offspring.

He explained the differing requirements of various seeds; some require smoking, others hot water and abrasive techniques. Cuttings seemed a little more demanding with a choice of hormone treatments. He also demonstrated the process of division.

Much discussion took place over a cuppa followed by a walk around the garden to take a variety of cuttings which we then prepared ourselves. We now await the results of our labours!

If you would like to be involved in our verge gardening group, contact Pam on pamela.riordan@gmail.com